Reborn as a Fake Heiress Marrying the Tycoon novel Chapter 822

Chapter 822: Stepping Stone to Honor

Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

A flicker of light sparked in Su Li’s eyes, only to dim once more. “Mom, you don’t need to console me,” he murmured.

Gu Zi touched the tip of his nose with her finger, offering no further words of comfort. After entering the house, she dialed Guan Xin’s number.

Guan Xin had previously promised her one wish in exchange for an exclusive report on the opening of Sister Hua’s Gourmet Shop’s new branch. At the time, Gu Zi hadn’t paid much attention, jokingly saying she would seek her help when she thought of something. Now, as the call connected, Gu Zi was straightforward and said, “I’ve thought of a request.”

The following morning, during the morning exercises, Su Li stood in his place, performing the movements listlessly, like a puppet. Gao Ming, standing nearby, couldn’t bear to watch, hoping that Su Li would cheer up soon.

As the exercises concluded and the class formation tightened, Gao Ming patted Su Li’s shoulder, striking up a conversation. “The school-wide meeting is usually held on Monday mornings. Why do you think they suddenly announced over the broadcast for us to stay after the exercises for a meeting?”

Su Li glanced at the stage where a senior student was holding a microphone, transitioning the event. “Now, we invite the principal to the stage to address our school-wide meeting today!”

He withdrew his gaze, his voice still somber. “Perhaps the principal hasn’t spoken in a while, so he’s making an appearance.”

Gao Ming speculated, “I bet something has happened, and it must be good news. This morning when I woke up, my eyelid kept twitching. My grandmother says that’s a sign of good luck. Hey, look, isn’t the principal looking our way?”

Principal Guan ascended the stage, his gaze sweeping over the sea of students below, his eyes filled with affection. He took the microphone and began to speak.

“Good morning, teachers and students! Today, I am presiding over the school-wide meeting and will be addressing you all. Of course, I don’t have a prepared speech. Today’s meeting is to honor one of our brave students, a decision made on the spur of the moment. You could consider this an individual commendation meeting, or perhaps an award ceremony for honor…”